Software Innovation Lab Engineer

Location: Sterling Heights, MI

Pay Rate: $40–$45/hour (W2)

Position Overview

We are seeking a hands-on Software Innovation Lab Engineer to support advanced integration, simulation, and testing activities within a cutting-edge engineering lab environment. This role will focus on maintaining and optimizing hardware and software test systems used for system integration, validation, and troubleshooting of complex electromechanical platforms.

The ideal candidate will have experience working in lab-based engineering environments with strong exposure to networking, hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) systems, Linux/Windows administration, and system-level troubleshooting. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys solving complex technical issues and collaborating closely with cross-functional engineering teams.

Key Responsibilities

Lab Integration & Test Support

• Design, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot engineering lab and integration test environments
• Support Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) systems and simulation platforms
• Configure and validate communication interfaces between simulation systems and devices under test (DUTs)
• Troubleshoot and repair cables, harnesses, and other lab hardware components
• Support integration and testing efforts for both local and remote engineering teams

System Diagnostics & Troubleshooting

• Analyze and troubleshoot system-level issues using diagnostic tools and system logs including:
• Windows Event Viewer
• syslog
• dmesg
• Debug complex electromechanical systems including:
• Sensor interfaces
• Actuator interfaces
• Network-connected devices
• Utilize multimeters and other diagnostic equipment for circuit troubleshooting
• Investigate and resolve serial communication and network connectivity issues

Networking & Infrastructure Support

• Configure and maintain networking infrastructure including:
• VLANs
• Ethernet connectivity
• Managed switch configurations
• Administer Linux and Windows systems within lab environments
• Utilize shell scripting and PowerShell for automation and troubleshooting tasks
• Support servers, virtualization systems, and storage infrastructure as needed

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM-related discipline
• Minimum 2+ years of relevant engineering or lab integration experience
• Strong understanding of:
• Computer networking fundamentals
• VLAN configuration and switching concepts
• Linux and Windows operating systems
• Experience working with:
• Linux terminal environments
• Windows command-line tools
• Shell scripting and PowerShell
• Experience configuring and validating:
• RS-232/422/485 communication interfaces
• CAN communication
• Ethernet-based systems
• Hands-on experience troubleshooting:
• Electro-mechanical systems
• Cable and harness assemblies
• Sensor and actuator interfaces
• Strong communication and collaboration skills in cross-functional engineering environments

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in:
• Computer Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Software Engineering
• Computer Science
• Experience with:
• NI TestStand
• Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) systems
• Real-time simulation environments
• Wireshark or tcpdump
• Network protocol analysis
• Familiarity with:
• C/C++
• Firmware modification
• Automated test scripting
• Knowledge of communication protocols including:
• CAN
• LIN
• MIL-STD-1553
• ARINC 429
• Understanding of Ethernet technologies including:
• 10/100/1000 Mbps
• VLAN tagging
• QoS
• Experience supporting:
• Rack servers
• Virtualization platforms
• Datacenter or home-lab infrastructure
• System-level test execution and reporting

Additional Information

• Candidates must be eligible to obtain and maintain a U.S. Secret Security Clearance
• This role offers exposure to advanced simulation, integration, and testing technologies in a highly collaborative engineering environment
• Equal Opportunity Employer including Disability/Veterans 

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